Ohio State Vs Notre Dame Women's Basketball
The Ohio State Buckeyes will face off against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in a highly anticipated women's basketball game. The game will be held at the Purcell Pavilion in Notre Dame, Indiana, on December 4th, 2021, at 12:00 PM EST.
Ohio State Buckeyes
The Ohio State Buckeyes are coming into this game with a 5-0 record. They have played against formidable opponents, including the Syracuse Orange and the Louisville Cardinals, and have come out as victors. The Buckeyes have a well-rounded team with strong defense and an impressive offense. They are averaging 83.4 points per game and have a field goal percentage of 47.1%. The Buckeyes' key players include Dorka Juhasz, Jacy Sheldon, and Madison Greene. Juhasz is averaging a double-double, with 13.6 points and 12.4 rebounds per game. Sheldon is the team's leading scorer, averaging 16.4 points per game, while Greene is averaging 13.2 points and 5.6 assists per game.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish come into this game with a 3-2 record. They have faced tough competition, including the UConn Huskies and the South Florida Bulls, and have split those games. The Fighting Irish have a balanced offense, with four players averaging double digits in scoring. Those players include Maddy Westbeld, Olivia Miles, Sam Brunelle, and Maya Dodson. Westbeld, a sophomore, is the team's leading scorer and rebounder, averaging 17.2 points and 9.6 rebounds per game. Miles, a freshman, is averaging 11.4 points and 5.6 assists per game, while Brunelle and Dodson are averaging 11.4 and 10.2 points, respectively.
Game Preview
This game promises to be a highly competitive matchup between two talented teams. Ohio State's offense will be put to the test against Notre Dame's tough defense, which is holding opponents to 54.6 points per game. On the other end of the court, the Buckeyes' defense will need to contain Westbeld and Notre Dame's high-scoring offense. The game will be a battle of strengths, with Ohio State's offense going up against Notre Dame's defense, and Notre Dame's offense going up against Ohio State's defense. The team that can execute their game plan and limit their opponent's strengths will come out on top.
Game Prediction
This game will be a close one, with both teams evenly matched. Ohio State has proven to be a dominant team, with a perfect record and a strong offense. However, Notre Dame's defense will be a challenge that Ohio State will need to overcome. Notre Dame's offense will also be a test for Ohio State's defense. Ultimately, the game will come down to execution and limiting turnovers. Ohio State will win 75-70, with Dorka Juhasz leading the way with a double-double.
